Life of the Record
Life of the Record / Talkhouse
Classic albums, told by the people who made them.
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Nov 19, 2019 • 40min
The Making of BOWS & ARROWS by The Walkmen - featuring Paul Maroon, Walter Martin and Peter Bauer
For the 15th Anniversary, Paul Maroon, Walter Martin and Peter Bauer look back on writing, recording and touring the classic Walkmen record, BOWS & ARROWS.
In this episode, members of The Walkmen reflect on recording in the south during a hurricane, opening for Incubus after 9/11, a tiger balm incident with Hamilton Leithauser, and the contentious process behind their biggest song, "The Rat."
Nov 19, 2019 • 34min
The Making of ÁGAETIS BYRJUN by Sigur Rós - featuring Kjartan Sveinsson
Kjartan Sveinsson, the talented keyboardist and guitarist for Sigur Rós, reflects on the creation of their iconic album 'Ágætis Byrjun' as it celebrates its 20th anniversary. He shares stories of the band's early days in Iceland, working tirelessly while balancing day jobs. The conversation dives into their experimentation with sound, the serendipitous use of broken equipment, and even the influence of Nirvana on their music. Kjartan also reminisces about the exhilarating atmosphere of their recording sessions and memorable concert experiences.
Nov 10, 2019 • 2min
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Life of the Record - A podcast where artists look back on the making of a classic album. Featuring Sigur Rós, The Walkmen, Jolie Holland and more.
